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Side Chair

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Side Chair has a dark wood frame with ornate carvings. The backrest features a large oval-shaped cutout with a floral pattern in the center. The chair's legs are turned and tapered. The seat is upholstered in a white fabric with a hexagonal pattern. The chair's frame is adorned with decorative trim along the bottom edge of the seat. The backrest has a pointed top with carved details. The chair appears to be an antique piece.

Artwork Details

Date
1840–50
Medium
Rosewood
Culture
American
Dimensions
475 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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